1984 Talbot Horizon vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Horizon | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
